We are proud to be included among thes one hundred noted New York calligraphers.
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100 New York Calligraphers Hardcover – July 28, 2015
by Cynthia Dantzic (Author)
Encompassing a wide range of calligraphy in many languages and hands, or styles, this book presents a visual treasury of works by 100 contemporary scribes, all of whom were either born in New York or studied or worked in the city. From English and its related Romance languages to a wide range of Asian and Middle Eastern alphabets and nonalphabetic characters, the more than 550 examples of beautiful writing create a rich visual smorgasbord. Traditional uses of hand-lettered calligraphy are shown, including event invitations and envelopes, certificates and awards, and quotes and sayings framed as artwork. The examples also include contemporary applications and nontraditional forms such as graffiti and experimental calligraphy that is not formed from readable characters. All are hand-wrought and human-made, using pointed or broad-edged pens, whether quill or steel, or a brush or other simple tool.
The Book Text:Sheila Samalin loves letters and established her studio, Calligraphy Unlimited, in 1978. She holds a BS degree from Hunter College and has done post-graduate work at the College of New Rochelle. After her first calligraphy class with Ursula Suess, at the Westchester Art Workshop, she was “euphoric. From that day on I was hooked, … [and] the letterform, the pen, the ink, the paper and I danced the calligraphic pas de deux of which dreams are made.” She went on to study with several renowned calligraphers and graphic designers, and is a member of the Society of Scribes and the International Association of Penmen, Engrossers, and Teachers of Handwriting. Her calligraphy has been exhibited in juried shows in Manhattan and Westchester. Samalin’s work has been published in a national engagement calendar. Many Fortune 500 companies use her calligraphy and design services. A former elementary school teacher, she has taught calligraphy at art centers, adult education programs, in the public schools, and was an adjunct instructor of calligraphy and design at Mercy College. |
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